Jewell, Elisalex
Summary: "Made to Measure guides you to create clothes that fit your body and your individual style, while learning pattern drafting, garment sewing, and customizing skills you can use for a lifetime."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Quarry Books 2023
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Summary: Expert dressmaker Simon Henry guides even the sewing-impaired through the entire process. He explains all the materials and the techniques, and shows how to construct and fit a personalized body block that forms the basis for every pattern in the book. Choose from three classic styles: a chic shift, a fashionable wraparound, and an elegant strapless cocktail dress with a jacket and hat to match!
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Publisher / Publication Date: Guild of Master Craftsman 2008
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 646.432 HENHenry, Simon
Summary: Every girl needs a perfect party dress at various times, whether for a formal, gala ball or a red-carpet event. But how do you find a dress that fits perfectly, suits your body shape and makes you look a million dollars - without breaking the bank? The answer is to make it yourself following expert dressmaker Simon Henry's tried and trusted method. He will guide you gently through the whole...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Guild of Master Craftsman 2009
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 646.432 HENVeblen, Sarah
Summary: "In First Time Garment Fitting, sewing and design expert Sarah Veblen takes you by the hand and teaches you everything you need to know to adapt patterns so you can sew garments that fit just right. With detailed descriptions of essential tools and techniques, the easy step-by-step instructions will have you altering patterns and sewing tops, pants, and skirts that fit you to a T in no time....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Creative Publishing International 2018
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 646.4 VEBSummary: A photographic step-by -step sourcebook of sewing techniques for enthusiasts of every level.
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Pub. 2003
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Craft Sew CompleteAllen, Anna
Summary: "Sew stylish doll clothes with confidence. When off-the-rack doll clothes just won't do, discover how fun and easy it is to make custom, on-trend fashions your child will love. In My Doll, My Style, designer and Doll it Up blogger Anna Allen shows you how to create runway-worthy looks for 18-inch dolls. From jeggings and dresses to shorts and tees, each pattern is designed for today's fashion...
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Publisher / Publication Date: The Quilting Company 2018
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Summary: "Let this book show you the pleasure of repairing, reinforcing and making beloved items using sashiko embroidery! Sashiko for Making and Mending shows you how to use sashiko stitching to mend rips, repair things like fraying cuffs and create original accessories that look fabulous. With this book, you'll be able to embrace the visible mending movement-the practice of repairing high quality...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Tuttle Publishing 2021
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Summary: A practical illustrated guide to techniques, tools and troubleshooting from a couture dressmaker. It features scores of step-by-step sequences showing every kind of technique, from using and adapting paper patterns, to couture-inspired seaming techniques that will take garment-making skills to a new level.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Firefly Books 2017
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 643 FALMecca, Kari.
Summary: Opening this book's pages is like lifting the lid of a sewing treasure box! It is filled to overflowing with flirty flounces; waving bias; spaghetti appliques; and designer Kari Mecca's own touch of whimsy. Each chapter is based on one of three featured patterns: a Square Yoke; a Round Yoke; and Bottoms & Pockets.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Martha Pullen Co. 2010
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 646.406 MECGreenhall, Amelia
Summary: Whether you are just learning how to sew or want to sharpen your skills, Amy Bornman and Amelia Greenhall, the founders of All Well, make sewing fun. Social media is abuzz with love for All Well’s patterns, illustrated guidance, and conversational how-tos that feel just like an inviting, in-person workshop. All Well Sewing Studio Easy-Sew Basics will have you wanting to sew every project...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abrams 2023
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2 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 646.404 GREMcCunn, Donald H.
Summary: How to Make Sewing Patterns solves the mysteries of pattern drafting with easy, step-by-step instructions and clear line drawings that show how to create custom-fit garments in a wide range of designs. The book’s detailed instructions on measuring and fitting include do-it-yourself photographs as well as directions for creating custom dress forms.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Design Enterprises of San Francisco 2016
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 643 MCCMitnick, Sarai.
Summary: Provides five patterns, and all the sewing knowledge you need to make them into reality. Develop your skills, sew a lovely wardrobe, and enjoy the results!--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Krause 2011
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 646.4 MITFord, Mimi G.
Summary: "Start with the basics--a button-up shirt, trousers, a pencil skirt, fitted tee, camisole, wrap dress, and jacket--then try the hacks: fun modifications for eighteen more garments. Next, mix and match your way to more than one hundred gorgeous looks! Renowned for her extraordinary style and size-inclusive patterns, Mimi G presents seven basic patterns and all the instruction you need to sew...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abrams 2023
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Summary: Ahead of the Curve is the first sewing book to empower curvy and plus size women to feel body confident by sewing a wardrobe that fits. Don't change your body to fit your clothes - change your clothes to fit your body! Ahead of the Curve includes 5 basic garments patterns, which includes a pair of trousers, a t-shirt, a vest top and two dress designs. Jenny takes you through a series of Fit...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Hardie Grant, Quadrille 2021
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 646.4 RUSDrinan, Becky
Summary: Why spend months trawling boutiques, getting flustered by unhelpful sales assistants, when you could design your very own perfect, made-to-measure wedding dress? Professional dressmaker Becky Drinan guides you through the entire process, giving advice on dresses to suit every body shape and all the information you need on equipment, fabrics, sewing techniques and how to work from and alter...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Guild of Master Craftsman Publications 2014
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 643 DRIJansdotter, Lotta
Summary: "The book includes sewing instruction and patterns for basic garments (skirt, shirt, shirt dress, tunic, pants, jacket, and robe) and unique accessories (tote bag, bandana, and more). For each garment, Jansdotter offers ideas for trims, pockets, sleeves,and hemlines to encourage readers to personalize and add details. And once more, she includes the sources of her inspiration and how she and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abrams 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 646.4 JANPeltosaari, Leila
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Publisher / Publication Date: Tikka Books 2001
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 646.47 PELZieman, Nancy.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Oxmoor House 1994
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 646.408 ZIESummary: Harper's Bazaar magazine presents fashion for the sophisticated woman, setting the standard for style. Find the latest new looks from the hottest designers in each issue of Harper's Bazaar magazine.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Hearst Corp., etc.] 1867
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Tsukiori, Yoshiko.
Summary: Shares twenty patterns and instructions for Japanese style women's clothing, from jackets and dresses to skirts and tops.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Tuttle Pub. 2013
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 646.404 TSUSummary: "The Simplicity simply the best sewing book is full of hints and tips to allow you to learn to sew with confidence, and covers everything from reading patterns and buying fabric to advance tailoring skills. Fully illustrated throughout with colorful step-by-step instructions"--P. [4] of cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simplicity Books 2011